We are still alive

Cristiano Ronaldo talked to several journalists that gathered at a publicity act also attended by Real Madrid Director of Institutional Relations Emilio Butragueño. After the press conference, the player participated in a clinic in which he had to defeat himself in a dribbling and speed trial. A video showed him tackling the course in just 10.49 seconds and he managed to do it again in just 9.33 seconds.

"We are still alive in La Liga. It will be hard to win the title, but we'll keep on trying to the very end. I have faith in our chances."

"It isn't difficult to play for the best team in the world. It is a great challenge for me. I wish to win many titles with Real Madrid. We are all very happy with the coach. I am personally delighted with my team-mates. I don't wish to play with other players, regardless of how talented they may be."

"Portugal has to prepare well. We are confident and anxious for the World Cup to start. It will be difficult to win, but not impossible."

"I was born as a fast runner, but I train very hard every day because I want to be even better. It is pointless to have certain qualities and characteristics if you don't train to exploit them."

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